Salient Features of ESD
Number of Sessions: 40 (80 hours)Comprehensive Study MaterialRegular Assessments (daily, weekly, monthly)
UPSC Relevance
- Prelims: Economic & Social Development – Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc.
- Mains: General Studies III: Economic Development
Syllabus Covered
Economics Basics
An Introduction, Understanding Microeconomics: Demand, Supply, & Market Equilibrium, National Income Accounting, Economic Planning In India, Inflation, Monetary And Credit Policy, Global Financial Crisis, Taxation, Public Finance, Financial Intermediaries, Financial Markets, Balance Of Payment, Foreign Trade, Indian Agriculture. Indian Industry, Indian Services Sector, Infrastructure Sector, Inclusive Growth & Human Development, India And International Organisation, Food Processing Industry In India, Intellectual Property Rights
Economics Current Affairs
25 Months Coverage (July ‘20 – Aug ‘22)
Economic Survey 2021-22
Union Budget 2022-23
